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Governor Stein Shares Early Policy Goals for 2027 After Election Results, Voters’ ‘Desire for Change’

Posted by Emma Cooke | Nov 10, 2026 | Election, Local Election Coverage, State Government

Chapel Hill Police: Man Charged for Intentionally Starting Fire in Franklin Street Building

Chapel Hill Police have arrested and charged a man responsible for intentionally starting a fire late Sunday in an Franklin Street building.

Local Government Meetings: November 9-13, 2026

by Aaron Keck | Local Government

This week in local government: Carrboro officials discuss a contentious proposal to merge the town’s police department with Chapel Hill’s.

Approved NC Constitutional Amendments Concern Democrat Legislators. Could Their Wins Mitigate the Effects?

by Brighton McConnell | Election, Local Election Coverage, State Government

Voters approved a trio of constitutional amendments on the North Carolina ballot last week. Local leaders are worried what will happen to the services funded by two of the measures.

What’s Open or Closed on Veterans Day? Holiday to Impact Local Government Services

by Emma Cooke | Local Government

Wednesday marks the observance of Veterans Day — here is a rundown of what services will be altered for each Orange County government.

‘These Next Two Years Are For You’: Richard Ojeda II Honors His Father Who Died Days After Election Victory

by Henry Taylor | Nov 6, 2026 | Election, National

Richard Ojeda II, the Democrat challenger who won the race for NC-09 Tuesday, shared that his father died just three days later.

Orange County Appoints New Tax Administrator Amid Efforts to Address Property Value Inequities

by Emma Cooke | Nov 6, 2026 | Housing, Local Government

Orange County’s selected Crawford Bolton as its new tax administrator alongside efforts to update its property tax assessment process.

Tonya’s Café, Bakery to Operate in 900 Willow As Fire Recovery Continues

by Brighton McConnell | Nov 5, 2026 | Business

Tonya Council’s business announced on Wednesday it will open a pop-up shop in the 900 Willow building for the holiday season.

Chatham County’s Robert Reives Poised to Become NC House Speaker After Election Results

by Brighton McConnell | Nov 5, 2026 | Election, State, State Government

During his 12 years in the North Carolina House, Rep. Robert Reives II has always been in the minority party. Now, he’s set to be the Speaker.

New Cohort of Orange County Commissioners Aim to Bring ‘Good Combination’ to Board

by Brighton McConnell | Nov 5, 2026 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Local Government

Amid an election season of change, a new trio of Orange County commissioners believe their perspectives will add to the board.

2026 MIDTERM ELECTIONS SPECIAL: 97.9 The Hill’s Election Night Broadcast

by Brighton McConnell | Nov 4, 2026 | Election, Local Election Coverage, On Air Today, The Aaron Keck Show

97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck and the rest of the news team help bring live Election Night coverage on Tuesday, November 4.

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2026 Election Round-Up: Read Up on Local and National Races in North Carolina

by Staff | Nov 4, 2026 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Local Government, National

Tuesday marked Election Day across the nation, with several races in North Carolina drawing...

Democrat Richard Ojeda Unseats Rep. Richard Hudson, Wins Election to U.S. House

by Michael Koh | Nov 3, 2026 | Election, Local Election Coverage, National

Democratic challenger Richard Ojeda is projected to unseat incumbent Republican Richard Hudson and win election to the U.S. House.

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Governor Stein Shares Early Policy Goals for 2027 After Election Results, Voters’ ‘Desire for Change’

Chapel Hill Police: Man Charged for Intentionally Starting Fire in Franklin Street Building

Local Government Meetings: November 9-13, 2026

Approved NC Constitutional Amendments Concern Democrat Legislators. Could Their Wins Mitigate the Effects?

What’s Open or Closed on Veterans Day? Holiday to Impact Local Government Services

‘These Next Two Years Are For You’: Richard Ojeda II Honors His Father Who Died Days After Election Victory

Orange County Appoints New Tax Administrator Amid Efforts to Address Property Value Inequities

Tonya’s Café, Bakery to Operate in 900 Willow As Fire Recovery Continues

Chatham County’s Robert Reives Poised to Become NC House Speaker After Election Results

New Cohort of Orange County Commissioners Aim to Bring ‘Good Combination’ to Board

2026 MIDTERM ELECTIONS SPECIAL: 97.9 The Hill’s Election Night Broadcast

2026 Election Round-Up: Read Up on Local and National Races in North Carolina

Democrat Richard Ojeda Unseats Rep. Richard Hudson, Wins Election to U.S. House

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